Melaleuca nesophila, syn. Melaleuca nesophylla is also known as pink Melaleuca. It is an evergreen shrub which is native to Australia, that can reach up to 20 ft (6 m) tall, but which won't generally be taller than 10 ft (3 m). It bears showy pink and globular flowers.
The pink Melaleuca is a rare plant in its native area, in Australia. It is a relatively frost tender shrub. However, it will withstand brief negative temperatures down to about 26°F (-3°C).
Leaves of Melaleuca nesophilla are evergreen. They are grey-green, oblong and are about 1 in (2.5 cm) long.
This Melaleuca has showy pink-mauve globular flowers. They have numerous pink stamens with yellow tips, that turn white when older.
Melaleuca nesophila requiert les expositions suivantes : mi-ombre,lumière,soleil This Melaleuca prefers fairly drained grounds.
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Category - shrub
Dimensions
Height 6.00 m
Width 3.00 m
Minimum temperatures
The plant is likely to die as soon as temperature is below -3.0 °C
Leaves and other aerial parts are damaged as soon as temperatures drops to -2.0 °C
Exposure - partial shade, light, full sun
Leaves - evergreen
Flowers - Color(s) : yellow, pink
Propagation - cutting, seeds Melaleuca nesophila can be propagated by seeds or cuttings.
Toxicity No or unknown toxicity.
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